Beagles, as companions.

    • Gold Top Dog

    Beagles, as companions.

    What is your opinion of Beagles as companion dogs, pets. 

    Obviously their suitability as a house dog/family pet would probably depend on how far down the line their ancestors were used for hunting.

    Do Beagle enthusiasts and competitive handlers view dogs not our of hunting stock, as inferior?

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    @mehpenn

    What is your opinion of Beagles as companion dogs, pets.

    Obviously their suitability as a house dog/family pet would probably depend on how far down the line their ancestors were used for hunting.

    Do Beagle enthusiasts and competitive handlers view dogs not out of hunting stock, as inferior?  Would  a non-hunting Beagle be penalized in the show ring?

    • Gold Top Dog

    I think this question is a matter of preference due to all dogs being “right” for someone if they match your lifestyle.

    I personally would never own one. They don’t match our lifestyle. I prefer herding breeds, and ours makes an excellent family dog and companion working dog.